Walkin' on the Sun
Smash Mouth
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It ain't no joke, I'd like to buy the world a toke And teach the world to sing in perfect harmony And teach the world to snuff the fires and the liars Hey, I know it's just a song but it's spice for the recipe This is a love attack, I know, went out but it's back It's just like any fad, it retracts before impact And just like fashion, it's a passion for the with it and hip If you got the goods, they'll come and buy it just to stay in the clique So don't delay, act now, supplies are running out Allow if you're still alive, six to eight years to arrive And if you follow, there may be a tomorrow But if the offer is shun, you might as well be walkin' on the sun Twenty-five years ago, they spoke out and they broke out Of recession and oppression and together they toked And they folked out with guitars around a bonfire Just singin' and clappin', man, what the hell happened there? Some were spellbound, some were hell bound Some they fell down and some got back up And fought back against the melt-down And their kids were hippie chicks or hypocrites Because fashion is smashin' the true meaning of it So don't delay, act now, supplies are running out Allow if you're still alive, six to eight years to arrive And if you follow, there may be a tomorrow But if the offer is shun, you might as well be walkin' on the sun And it ain't no joke when our mama's handkerchief is soaked With her tears because her baby's life has been revoked The bond is broke up, so choke up and focus on the close up Mr. Wizard can't reform, no God-like hocus-pocus So don't sit back, kick back and watch the world get bushwhacked News at ten, your neighborhood is under attack Put away the crack before the crack put you away You need to be there when your baby's old enough to relate So don't delay, act now, supplies are running out Allow if you're still alive, six to eight years to arrive And if you follow, there may be a tomorrow But if the offer is shun, you might as well be walkin' on the sun (You might as well be walkin' on the sun)
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Written by: Greg Camp, Paul Gerard Delisle, Steven Scott Harwell, Kevin John Iannello
Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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15 facts about this song
Release Year"Walkin' on the Sun" was released in 1997 by Interscope Records.
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Album InfoThis song is from Smash Mouth’s debut studio album, "Fush Yu Mang."
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Chart SuccessThe single reached number one on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of Smash Mouth's most successful songs.
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Music Genre"Walkin' on the Sun" was categorized under the pop rock, punk rock, and ska punk genres. It features a prominent organ part, reflecting the band's earlier ska influences.
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InspirationThe song was written during the 1996 US Presidential election. The lyricist, Greg Camp, was inspired by the social and political turmoil he perceived in society and wanted to convey a message about learning from history.
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Song CompositionDespite being known for its catchy tune, the song has somewhat serious lyrics, which are about not repeating the mistakes of the past.
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Impact on Smash Mouth"Walkin' on the Sun" was the first major hit for Smash Mouth, catapulting them to fame in the late 1990s.
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Music VideoThe song's music video follows a 1960s British mod theme, extending the retro aesthetics of the song itself.
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Cover VersionsMany artists covered "Walkin' on the Sun." Notably, Paul Anka did a swing-version while The Maine and Derek Sanders of Mayday Parade delivered pop punk renditions.
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Musical StyleThe song is noted for its Psychedelic pop style, influenced by 60s music, especially bands like The Doors and The Beach Boys.
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Awards and NominationsIn 1998, the song was nominated for a Billboard Music Award for Modern Rock Track of the Year.
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Usage in Media"Walkin' on the Sun" is frequently used in films, television shows, and commercials, such as in the film "Mystery Men" and the TV show "Sabrina the Teenage Witch."
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SymbolismThe song title "Walkin' on the Sun" is used metaphorically to describe the harsh realities of life.
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Writing CreditsThe song was written by the band's guitarist, Greg Camp.
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Record SalesAs of 2017, "Walkin' on the Sun" has sold over a million copies in the United States alone.
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